Job Description
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We are seeking to appoint a dynamic Progress Mentor (Learning Support Assistant) to provide support in the classroom to our targeted pupils in a personalised learningenvironment. Our Aspirations faculty is the heart of the school and works closely with our pupils with SEND needs. We have a strong team of Progress Mentors that work with pupils both in the classroom and beyond and this post offers the opportunity to join a thriving team and gain some valuable experience with young people. As a well-qualified individual with GCSE C grade in English and Maths or equivalent. Experience in school is an advantage but not essential.
The post is offered for 6 hours 10 minutes a day for term time only (38 weeks), 08:40 to 15:30 with 40 minutes for lunch.It is important that the successful candidate is able to work independently and also as part of a team within a large department.
For further details on this post visit our website www.woodlandsschool.org or an application form and job description are available from Jan Fennelly HR Manager by phone on extension 174 or email at jfe@woodlandsschool.essex.sch.uk
Information about the School
Aspiration, Resilience, Opportunity, Excellence, is our ethos. These four pillars underpin all we do and drive us forward as one inclusive learning community.
We have the privilege to be able to teach and learn, as an 11-16 Academy, in a £26 million building. Woodlands School is proud to serve the people of Basildon and we are constantly striving to be better. We are focused on ensuring academic excellence for all our youngsters, allowing them the opportunity to thrive at further and higher education.
We encourage all of our youngsters to have the highest of aspirations and look to equip them with all the tools they need to become even more resilient. We offer the widest opportunities to ensure excellence becomes a habit.
Our expectation is that all at Woodlands School work hard and are self-motivated. All are to lead their own learning, be polite and respectful. Our boundaries are clear and they support all in ensuring they can maintain the highest standards.
We will provide a wealth of opportunities to learn in and beyond the classroom. Adding cultural capital and ensuring experiences develop the whole child.